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Dr. Richard Insco, MD

Pediatrician

Santa Maria, CA

23 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Insco, Pediatrician in Santa Maria, CA?

    Dr. Richard Insco, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Santa Maria, CA. He has been practicing for over 23 years. Dr. Insco completed his residency at Ucsf-Fresno Med Educ Prog, Pediatrics. Dr. Insco is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Insco’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Insco’s office at (559) 353-5068.

    Where did Dr. Insco go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Ucsf-Fresno Med Educ Prog, Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Insco speak?

    Dr. Insco and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Insco typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Insco diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Insco. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Vomiting
    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Throwing up
    • Emesis
    • Puking

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1110: Vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Skin Rash
    • Rashes
    • Skin Eruption
    • Hives
    • Dermatitis
    • Skin Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bronchiolitis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Inflammation of small airways
    • Bronchiole infection
    • Acute lung inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J219: Acute bronchiolitis, unspecified

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Insco typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Insco may include:

    Please contact Dr. Insco's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Insco accept my insurance?

    Dr. Insco accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (559) 353-5068 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Insco accept in Santa Maria, CA?

    Dr. Insco in Santa Maria, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Health Plan of San Joaquin

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Kern Health Systems

    • Managed Care of America

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Provider Networks

    • Santa Cruz County

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Insco's office located?

    Dr. Richard Insco's Primary Practice

    235 S Palisade Dr

    Santa Maria, CA 93454

    (559) 353-5068

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    What is Dr. Insco's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Insco's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275592495.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Insco?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Insco

    What is Dr. Richard Insco's specialty?

    Dr. Insco is a Pediatrician near Santa Maria, CA.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

    Is Dr. Richard Insco affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Insco is affiliated with Kaweah Health Medical Center, Emanuel Medical Center - Turlock, Ca, Memorial Hospital Los Banos, Kaiser Permanente Fresno Medical Center, Doctors Medical Center Of Modesto, Memorial Medical Center - Modesto, Ca which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

    When to see a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Richard Insco accepting new patients in Santa Maria, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Insco is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Richard Insco offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Insco's office at (559) 353-5068 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Richard Insco?

    Please contact Dr. Insco's office at (559) 353-5068 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Insco's office located?

    Dr. Insco's office is located in Santa Maria, CA.